"verdure" Tapestry From The Aubusson Manufactory, Late 19th Century – 220 X 132 Cm - No. 1166

Immerse yourself in the bucolic charm of the 19th century with this superb Aubusson tapestry featuring lush greenery—a decorative piece of remarkable elegance.

This Aubusson tapestry offers an immersive journey into a bountiful and poetic natural world.

• The Central Scene: The foreground opens onto a lush landscape dominated by a wading bird (wading bird / waterbird) rendered with delicate detail, surrounded by abundant vegetation with broad foliage. The background reveals a shaded grove, a peaceful body of water, and a distant vista opening onto a house or village nestled in the heart of the hills, lending beautiful depth to the entire scene.

• The Floral and Animated Border: The scene is framed by a sumptuous and rich border against a dark background, adorned with acanthus scrolls, floral motifs, stylized vases, and migratory birds or doves finely rendered at each corner and along the frieze.

The piece features a harmonious palette of warm, natural tones: foliage greens, ochres, creamy beige, and touches of deep maroon and chocolate brown—ideal for creating a warm and refined atmosphere in both classic and contemporary interiors.

• Origin: Aubusson, France

• Period: Late 19th century (19th c.)

• Subject: Lush foliage, a lively landscape, and birds

• Dimensions: 220 cm (Height) x 132 cm (Width)

• Reference: No. 1166

Thanks to its balanced dimensions (2.20 m high by 1.32 m wide), this tapestry will look perfect above a sideboard, in a grand entryway, a classically inspired living room, or a library. It is a timeless collector’s piece that brings elegance, history, and authenticity to your interior decor.